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**4th Gen Civic Specs**

INFO
1988-1991

A sleeker and more powerful Civic lineup debuted in 1988. All Civics (except the CRX) rode on a longer 98.4-inch wheelbase. The CRX's wheelbase was increased to 90.6 inches.

A lower hoodline, increased glass area and lower wind drag were functional advantages of the sleeker body styles. A family of new engines complemented the stylish Civics. Power for the DX hatchback/sedan, new LX sedan and the wagon came from a 1.5-liter 16-valve engine that produced 92 horsepower. The base hatchback had a less powerful 70-horsepower version of that engine. The fuel-economy champ CRX HF had an eight-valve 62-horse version of the 1.5 that could go up to 56 miles on a gallon of gas. The standard CRX had the 92-horse engine. A high-performance 1.6-liter 16-valve engine that kicked out 105 horsepower was installed in the CRX Si and Civic 4WD wagon. All Civic engines were now fuel injected. Previously, only the "Si" models had the injection.

A double-wishbone suspension system was used at all four wheels. Inspired by Formula One race cars, this design promoted agile handling and a comfortable ride by precisely controlling wheel travel and keeping the tire's contact patch square to the road surface.

One model departed (the Civic Si hatchback), as a new one, the Civic LX sedan, was introduced. The LX loaded up a Civic sedan with features such as power windows, locks and mirrors; a tachometer; and intermittent wipers. U.S. production for the Civic began this year in Ohio, making it easier for Honda to satisfy America's appetite for its gem of a small car.

The Civic Si hatchback returned for 1989, now with a power moonroof and once again with the same potent engine (increased to 108 horsepower for this year) installed in the CRX Si and the 4WD wagon.

Revised bumpers and taillights identified the 1990 Civic. Hatchbacks received larger reverse (white) lights, and sedans adopted a horizontal taillight theme. An EX sedan joined the Civic family and took its place at the top of the sedan lineup. The EX had the Si's engine, 14-inch wheels and all the features of the LX (which now included cruise control). Four-wheel disc brakes appeared on the CRX as did a slightly revised dash-board (with softer corners and larger instruments) for all Civic models.

The 1991 Civics were virtually unchanged, and this was the last year for the spunky CRX.
Drivetrain
Transverse Inline-4, Aluminum Block and Head, Front Wheel Drive (AWD offered on wagon)
Throttle Body injection (1.6L engines have PFI)


SPECS
Valvetrain:
Sohc 4 valve/cyl.

Displacement
97 cu in./1590cc (Si, AWD Wagon)
91.1 cu in/1493cc (STD, DX, LX, Wagon)

Bore x Stroke
2.95 x 3.54 in./75.0 x 90.0 mm (Si)
2.95 x 3.33 in./75.0 x 84.5 mm (STD, DX, LX)

Compression Ratio
9.6:1 (88-89 CRX HF)
9.1:1 (Si)
9.2:1 (STD, DX, LX)

Transmissions
4spd manual: base 3dr
5spd manual or 4spd auto: DX/LX/2WD wagon/Si
6spd manual or 4spd auto: 4WD wagon

Horsepower (SAE)
62hp@4500 (88-89 CRX HF)
70hp@5500 (base 3dr)
92hp@6000 31/35mpg 5spd (DX/LX 3dr/4dr, 2WD wagon)
108hp@6000 28/32mpg 5spd (Si 3dr, EX 4dr, 4WD wagon)

Torque
83lbs/ft@3000 (base 3dr)
89@4500 (DX/LX 3dr/4dr, 2WD wagon)
100@5000 (Si 3dr, EX 4dr, 4WD wagon)

Fuel Economy
33/37 mpg (STD 3-door with 4 speed manual transmission)
31/35 mpg (DX/LX 3dr/4dr, 2WD wagon with 5 speed manual)
28/32 mpg (Si, EX, 4WD wagon)

Fuel
Unleaded, 86 pump oct.

Chassis & Body

Layout
Front engine/front wheel drive

Body/Frame
Unit Steel

Dimensions (3-Door/ 4-Door/ Wagon)
Wheelbase (in): 98.4 (all)
Length (in): 157.1 / 168.8 / 161.7
Width (in): 66.3 / 66.7 / 66.1
Height (in): 52.5 / 53.5 / 56.1
Curb Weight (lbs): 2127 / 2262 / 2335 (2628 4WD)

Brakes

Front
9.5 inch disc
Rear
7.1x1.0 inch drums
Assist type
vacuum

Wheels
Pressed steel, 14 x 5J (EX)
Pressed steel, 13 x 5 (DX, LX, STD)

Tires
P185/60R-14 82H (EX Coupe, Si)
P175/65R-14 (EX Sedan)
P175/70R-13 (DX, LX)
P165/70R-13 (STD) (???)
P175/70R-14 (Wagon)

Steering
Rack & Pinion
Power Assist (LX, DX Sedan or Si Hatchback w/ Auto transmission) Manual (Si, DX Hatchback or Sedan w/Manual transmission, STD)

Suspension
Front
Upper A-arms, lower L-arms, coil springs, tube shocks
Rear
Trailing arms on upper & lower lateral links, compensating links, coil springs, tube shocks

Hatchback weight (Curb)
DX M/T: 2165lbs
Si M/T: 2291lbs
STD M/T: 2127lbs

Acceleration (Si)

0-30 mph
3.0 secs

0-40 mph
4.4 secs

0-50 mph
5.9 secs

0-60 mph
7.6 secs

0-70 mph
10.3 secs

0-80 mph
13.1 secs

0-90 mph
16.5 secs

0-100 ft
22.1 secs

0-1320 ft (1/4 mile)
16.4 secs @ 84 mph


Standard Equipment

1.5L TBI 16 valve 70hp, 4spd manual, door mounted seat belts, 50/50 split rear seats, remote fuel and hatch release, rear defogger, 165/70R13 tires
DX adds: 1.5L TBI 16 valve 92hp, 5spd manual or 4spd auto, power steering w/auto tranny, motorized front belts (4dr), rear wiper/washer (3dr), tilt wheel, cargo cover (3dr), interval wipers, 175/70R14 tires

Si adds: 1.6L PFI 16 valve 108hp, dual manual mirrors, power moonroof, clock, tach, sport seats, 185/60R14 tires

LX adds to DX 4dr: power mirrors, pw, pdl, cruise, clock, tach

EX adds: 1.6L PFI 108hp, upgraded interior trim, 175/65HR14 tires

2WD wagon: DX equip plus clock, tach

4WD wagon adds: 1.6L PFI 108hp, 6spd manual or 4spd auto, full-time 4WD


Modified by blkef4dr at 12:41 AM 9/6/2008



Modified by blkef4dr at 12:42 AM 9/6/2008

david A270

I have a 1991 Honda civic Lx and im trying to remove my engine cause it jumped time and I have one to put back in how do I remove the old one can u please help me I have did everything I was supposed to do and the links going into the transaxle are not coming out what do I do.

Lplyler

I’m in need of parts if this is still avail please let me know what the fees are thanks bunches